Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF44 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
115
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
CF35 · Bridgend
10
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Pencoed has less crime — 10 vs 115 incidents in February 2026.
Aberdare recorded substantially more crime than Pencoed in February 2026 — 115 incidents compared to 10, a 11.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aberdare sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (20) and Public order (14), while Pencoed has more Drugs (1) and Burglary (1). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Pencoed recorded fewer crimes than Aberdare — 10 vs 115 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Pencoed is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aberdare saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Pencoed had more Drugs and Burglary. Overall, Pencoed recorded fewer total crimes (10 vs 115).